Human Resources Director

RTC1 Recruitment Services; Sharjah; On-site; AED 305,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

RTC1 Recruitment Services is seeking an experienced HR Director for a UAE-based F&B group in Sharjah. You will lead the HR function across multiple brands, outlets and entities, aligning HR strategies with business objectives and ensuring UAE labour law compliance.

The role involves developing policies, compensation frameworks, talent acquisition, workforce planning and performance management to support growth and employee development across the group.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role.
• Experience managing group-wide HR operations across multiple brands/outlets.
• Strong expertise in UAE labour laws, HR compliance, talent acquisition and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall HR function across multiple F&B brands, outlets and entities.
• Develop and implement HR policies, SOPs, structures, compensation frameworks and performance management.
• Oversee talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, training, retention and succession planning.

Skills

HR leadership

Stakeholder management

UAE labour law

Communication skills

Job description

Position Title: HR Director - F&B

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary (AED): up to 30K inclusive depending on experience and qualifications

Job Location: Sharjah, UAE

About the Hiring Company:

An established UAE-based F&B group operating specialty coffee, café and hospitality concepts, headquartered in Sharjah.

Job Description:

• Lead the overall HR function across multiple F&B brands, outlets and business entities, aligning HR strategies with organizational objectives.
• Develop and implement HR policies, SOPs, organizational structures, compensation frameworks and performance management systems.
• Oversee talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, training, retention and succession planning across the group.
• Lead HR teams, ensure UAE labour law compliance and drive HR transformation initiatives to support business growth.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role, preferably within established F&B groups, restaurant chains, café groups or hospitality organizations.
• Proven experience managing group-wide HR operations across multiple brands, outlets and business entities, including sizeable workforces and HR teams.
• Strong expertise in UAE labour laws, HR compliance, talent acquisition, workforce planning, compensation and benefits, employee relations and performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to develop HR strategies, policies, SOPs and organizational structures, with strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.